Notable waterfall · Swain, North Carolina

Pothole Falls

Pothole Falls is a waterfall in Swain, North Carolina.

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Pothole Falls: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this waterfall: Water flowing well · Low flow / trickle · Dry, no water · Entry closed.

Best time to visit Pothole Falls

Season: July to January, best August to November right after rains; most dry up from February to June.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

Visiting Pothole Falls: tips

  • Stay on marked paths: rocks near falls are slippery.
  • Flow is strongest in the wet season or during snowmelt.

How to reach Pothole Falls — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 35.60710, -83.25937. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    What is the best time to visit Pothole Falls?

    July to January, best August to November right after rains; most dry up from February to June. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Pothole Falls?

    Nearby: Mount Sequoyah (viewpoint, 10 km), Marks Knob (viewpoint, 10 km), Mount Chapman (viewpoint, 11 km), Mount Hardison (viewpoint, 11 km), Tricorner Knob (viewpoint, 12 km), Woolly Tops Mountain (viewpoint, 13 km).

    Is Pothole Falls worth visiting?

    Pothole Falls is listed as a notable waterfall in North Carolina on Spotwander.